In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Israeli military forces carried out a series of air strikes in Yemen, targeting infrastructure associated with the Houthi militia following their recent missile attacks on Israel.
Israeli Air Strikes Target Houthi Militants in Yemen Amid Escalating Conflict
Israeli Air Strikes Target Houthi Militants in Yemen Amid Escalating Conflict
Israel responds to increased missile attacks from the Iran-backed militia with significant air strikes on Houthi-controlled areas.
The Israeli military launched a major assault on Thursday against Houthi-held regions in Yemen, marking a direct response to persistent missile threats from the Iranian-backed group. This latest offensive specifically targeted the international airport in Sana, the Yemeni capital, alongside key military installations, including power stations and strategic ports.
The strike on Yemen's capital resulted in damage to the international airport and was framed by the Israeli military as a posture against what they described as “military infrastructure used by the Houthi terrorist regime.” The attack follows a series of missile launches by the Houthis into Israel, with one projectile landing in a playground in Tel Aviv, causing injuries and property damage.
Israel's air strikes represent their fourth wave of military action in Yemen over the last year, fueled by increasing tensions after the outbreak of war in Gaza, which started following the Hamas-led attacks on Israel in October 2023. The Houthi militia, which governs much of northern Yemen, has openly expressed solidarity with Hamas, escalating their missile attacks across the region.
Amid this turmoil, the Israeli military has also intercepted several missiles aimed at its territory, with air defenses successfully neutralizing threats before they could cause serious damage. This ongoing conflict, with both sides launching retaliatory strikes, poses significant risks to regional stability and international trade routes, particularly through the vital Red Sea shipping lanes.
Johnatan Reiss contributed to this report. Isabel Kershner has been covering Israeli and Palestinian affairs since 1990, providing in-depth analysis and insight into the complexities of the Middle East.
The strike on Yemen's capital resulted in damage to the international airport and was framed by the Israeli military as a posture against what they described as “military infrastructure used by the Houthi terrorist regime.” The attack follows a series of missile launches by the Houthis into Israel, with one projectile landing in a playground in Tel Aviv, causing injuries and property damage.
Israel's air strikes represent their fourth wave of military action in Yemen over the last year, fueled by increasing tensions after the outbreak of war in Gaza, which started following the Hamas-led attacks on Israel in October 2023. The Houthi militia, which governs much of northern Yemen, has openly expressed solidarity with Hamas, escalating their missile attacks across the region.
Amid this turmoil, the Israeli military has also intercepted several missiles aimed at its territory, with air defenses successfully neutralizing threats before they could cause serious damage. This ongoing conflict, with both sides launching retaliatory strikes, poses significant risks to regional stability and international trade routes, particularly through the vital Red Sea shipping lanes.
Johnatan Reiss contributed to this report. Isabel Kershner has been covering Israeli and Palestinian affairs since 1990, providing in-depth analysis and insight into the complexities of the Middle East.
